Deanna Kerns, Associate Director, Corporate Partnerships at Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago Foundation joins us to discuss our upcoming Radiothon and how the funds raised benefit the hospital and it's patients. Jackie Pilossoph, Creator and Editor-in-chief of Divorced Girl Smiling joins Melissa Forman to talk about being alone on holidays and how it doesn’t have to be hard. Rear Admiral Denise Hinton, the new Deputy Surgeon General, discussed Thanksgiving, the upcoming holiday season and what we should keep in mind as we plan gatherings. Hinton focused on the recent authorization of a COVID-19 vaccine for children 5-11 and how it should play into parents’ holiday plans.

Nicole Owens, Vice President of Customer Channels at ComEd discusses Utility Scam Awareness Week to ensure customers are aware of the signs of potential scams and fraud. Teri Nestel, the President & Chief Executive Officer of Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals talks about their mission and how COVID has impacted sick children nationwide. Lindsay Latsko, Director of Internet and Marketing at Zeigler Automotive Group joins us to discuss their upcoming charitable events to give back to the community this holiday season.

Joan Steltman, CEO of Bounce Children's Foundation discussed their goal of transforming the lives of chronically ill children, and their families, shifting all from surviving to thriving. Dr. Kenneth Alexander discussed the impact of COVID-19 on children as compared to adults and why is it important for eligible children to get vaccinated. Alexander talked about why he thinks vaccines are safe for children and what parents should know about the recent authorization of a vaccine for children 5 to 11.

Kelli Hobson, Vice President of Programs & Evaluation at LINK Unlimited Scholars discussed their programs and how they’re helping to change the lives of Black students and families. Dana Oswald, Managing Partner & Co-Founder of Veterans Prime and they talked about the Marine Corps 246th Birthday.

Ken Seeley is an interventionist and author. Certified as a CIP, CCMI-M, RAS, CATC, Seeley discussed addiction and the impact COVID-19 has had on the increase in drug and alcohol abuse. He talked about relationships and where people can go for help. We talk about the Nicor Gas Energy Efficiency Program and the free and cost-effective ways to save natural gas in your home during the winter months.

Chicago Children’s Museum Board President Jeffrey Perry and board member/gala committee member Linda Barham. Talking about the re-opening of the museum and the annual gala fundraising event coming up. Dr. Geraldine Luna, Medical Director at Chicago Department of Public Health – talking about the important protections and benefits of the COVID-19 Vaccine. Stephen Semple, Business Consultant and author of Raising Prices to talk about labor shortages and possible solutions.

Omney Crawley discusses Goodwill enterprise and how they focus on upskilling millions of Americans and help to get them back into the workforce. Katie Conklin, Director of School Culture at Erika’s Lighthouse talks all things mental health for our students.

Breaha Wallin talks about their top focuses and their Integrative Mental Health Summit happening October 8-10th. September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month and this year, it’s even more important to discuss mental health. Shari Sinwelski discussed the warnings about its possible effects on suicidal behaviors.

We speak with Whitney Reynolds and OB/GYN Dr. Kathryn Mills about Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month and the early signs and symptoms. Scott Kramer speaks about his non-prophet, Dancing While Cancering and September being childhood cancer awareness month. Author and motivational speaker Linda Ugelow talks how to be more confident at work and to speak up for yourself.

Nancy Wright, the CEO of the Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana discusses their upcoming event on September 23rd and other things the Girl Scouts are up to! Katie Blakeley, Vice President and Head of Pet Insurance for MetLife gives us tips as working pet parents prepare for the return to in-person work, how we can make sure our pets are ready as well.